If you have migraines or know someone who suffers from them this is the protocol I use successfully to get ride of them. Please repost if you know this could help someone you love. Causes of Migraines Food sensitivities, especially gluten, can contribute to migraines. Try eliminating gluten, dairy and soy and see if that helps. If not, take a look at other foods you’re consuming regularly. Wine and chocolate can be triggers too. Eggs and peanuts are other common food allergens. Keep very detailed food journals to help you identify potential trigger foods. Neurotransmitter imbalance: Until recently, abnormalities of blood vessel (vascular) systems in the head were thought to be mainly responsible for migraines. Now, doctors believe there are more numerous complex issues involving the central nervous system. Serotonin is one of your feel-good brain chemicals (neurotransmitters) produced in your brain and in the gut. Altered levels of serotonin, dopamine, and stress hormones may trigger migraines. Taking 5HTP and tyrosine together may help, but you’ll need to work with a skilled practitioner to help you determine how much to take. Magnesium deficiency. Try taking up to 500 mg every evening, and get magnesium-rich foods like nuts, seeds, and leafy greens. Too much can give you the runs, so beware. Estrogen fluctuations in women can contribute to cyclical migraines. Dropping hormone levels around ovulation or before your period can be a factor. Have your female hormone levels tested (a saliva test is most accurate). Food preservatives or additives such as MSG and nitrates can cause migraines. Caffeine withdrawal can be a factor too (wean yourself off the coffee slowly!). Lack of sleep, emotional stress, high altitude, and skipping meals can be triggers too. How to Manage Your Migraines Naturally For long term prevention, do an elimination diet: start by removing gluten, dairy, wine, chocolate, and processed soy products. Keep very detailed food journals so you can start to make connections about triggers, both food and environmental. Massage and acupuncture can help. Balance your hormones, try magnesium, and try a B vitamin complex. Some say the herb feverfew helps, but the jury is still out on that for me. Essential oils such as lavender and peppermint may help. Rub peppermint onto your temples, or inhale it deeply if you feel a headache or migraine coming on. Ginger tea can help migraine-related nausea. Stay hydrated! Xoxo Www.Kitafit
Posted on: Wed, 19 Mar 2014 15:35:32 +0000
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